Wife & I split Nov 12 ,she filed for divorce Jan 13. Since then she has not moved fwd or gotten a court date. what r my options

If she filed for divorce under Civil Code Article 102, which is likely based upon the dates you provided, then either party, you or she, can file a...

Does Hammond la have free lawyers? My children's father is voluntary singing his rights over. Do I just call the court house?

Once you are married you husband can do what is called an intrafamily adoption or a step parent adoption. The Southeast Louisiana Legal Service at...

Would this be blackmail?

Such an agreement would probably be void as against public policy, and for the other reasons given in the other answer. The civil code contains an...

Steps I need to take to file for legal separation. What paper work needs to be done? Do I need a lawyer to do this?

You do need to consult an attorney. You file for divorce. The attorney will explain the process to you.

You did not say if your mother had a will which would determine where her property goes. If she died without a will, and your grandmother also...

Separate or Community property in Louisiana?

The property is the separate property of your stepmother. Paying the mortgage does not convert it to community. The mobile home may be community...

I live in Prairieville, LA (Ascension Parish). Is there legal separation here or would I have to file for divorce?

You can file a petition to terminate the community property regime without doing a divorce. The court would require a hearing and have to be...

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Louisiana: My mother's companion of 8 years recently died. Other than clothes and a couple of small statues he only owned a car.

Explain the situation to the DMV and they can provide you with the form. You will need a death certificate. The Payable on Death account must...

How can I get a form for my childs father to sign over his rights

A parent can not voluntarily sign over his parental rights unless another person is adopting the child. If you are currently married, your husband...

Can I get anything from my spouse with him getting diability after being married to him for 16yrs. Plus help him get his money.

Disability payments are usually not considered community property but separate property. You may be able to get some share of any pension he has...